Custodian I

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Johnson County Facilities Department is looking for qualified applicants to fill the position of Custodian Technician I.Initial review of applicants will begin on October 6th 2026.

We have two openings for the following locations:

• Lenexa Library; Sunday - Thursday 830am - 5pm
• Merriam Library; Tuesday - Saturday 830am - 5pm

Responsibilities Include:

• Completes detailed cleaning including disinfecting surface areas; dusts mops sweeps and autoscrubs floors; completes spot cleaning of carpets and flooring; washes windows fixtures floors and walls; dusts furniture lockers cabinets walls window sills radiators and other furnishings; dusts and washes blinds; empties trash receptacles.
• Cleans and sanitizes toilets urinals sinks hand dryers and other surfaces; restocks inventory; assists in recycling efforts; responds to customer requests; prioritizes tasks based on supervisors guidance.
• Completes paperwork timesheets and equipment logs using computerized system.

Minimum Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent is required. One (1) year of related experience may substitute for education. Must pass a thorough criminal history screening and have a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Previous related experience is preferred.

Education/Experience Substitutions:

Experience may be substituted for degree.

Physical Environmental and Special Working Conditions:

Excessive standing and/or walking: 60%

Exposure to extreme temperatures fumes and/or chemicals heights and loud noises.

Lifting weight: 25lbs.

On call/stand-by work required.

Weather essential: Department Essential

Uniform Required

Wearing of goggles rubber boots rubber gloves and other PPE as required.

Position is required to respond to requests for emergency and afterhours work which will require work when the facility is closed (e.g. holiday weekends nights). This work will require overtime as needed.

Physical abilities including mobility agility strength dexterity balance coordination and /or endurance.

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments/agencies in a declared emergency situation.